constraint vs stricture

constraint

noun
  • Something that constrains; a restriction. 

  • An irresistible force or compulsion. 

  • A condition that a solution to an optimization problem must satisfy. 

  • A linkage or other restriction that maintains database integrity. 

  • The repression of one's feelings. 

stricture

noun
  • A rule restricting behaviour or action. 

  • The degree of contact, in consonants. 

  • Abnormal narrowing of a canal or duct in the body. 

  • A general state of restrictiveness on behavior, action, or ideology. 

  • A sternly critical remark or review. 

How often have the words constraint and stricture occurred in a corpus of books? (source: Google Ngram Viewer )